How to define transverse reinforcement in existing concrete member in Post-installed rebar module

Kamalika Kundu
Kamalika Kundu
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Summary

Defining the transverse reinforcement in the existing concrete member enables PROFS Engineering to reduce lap lenght due to the positive effect.


Prerequisites

Make sure you are logged in to your PROFIS Engineering account and have opened the Post-installed rebar module. If you need help accessing the module, click here for step‑by‑step instructions.


Step-by-step instructions

  1. Open the Existing reinforcement tab
    In your Post-installed rebar design workspace, navigate to the Existing reinforcement tab on the left-hand side of the screen. 

  2. Define transverse reinforcement
    Under Transverse reinforcement, enable Define transverse reinforcement if you want to provide detailed reinforcement inputs.
    Choose either Stirrups or Reinforcement layers from the dropdown menu.

  3. Input transverse reinforcement details
    If Stirrups is selected, enter the following values: Diameter, Spacing and Cover.

    If Reinforcement layers is selected, enter the following values for both top and bottom layers: Diameter, Spacing and Cover.

  4. Define other rebar parameters
    Click on Define other rebar parameters.

    In the pop‑up window, adjust the rebar calculation parameters as needed and click Save.

  5. Additional information
    Enable Most unfavourable tolerance for rebar position if applicable for your design scenario.
    Tip: Click the information (i) button for additional guidance.


Tip

Click the information (i) button for additional guidance on transverse reinforcement.

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